CSS will hold a two-week data update campaign for patients and relatives affected by dietylene glycol poisoning, with visits set for May 18-29 in Panama. The process will take place at Special Toxicology Center units during morning hours.
Panama will play Brazil in a World Cup warm-up friendly on May 31 at 3:00 p.m. The match will be broadcast on TVMAX, TVN, TVN Pass, and YouTube.
Donald Trump ended a two-day summit in Beijing with Xi Jinping, a closely watched meeting as US-China tensions continue to shape trade and geopolitics. The talks carry significance far beyond the two capitals, including for global commerce and Latin America.
Cubans protested in Havana after repeated blackouts, voicing anger over an oil shortage that has strained the island’s power grid. The unrest highlights a deeper crisis with regional migration and stability implications.
More than 100 professionals in Panama received training to update their knowledge of disability diagnosis and evaluation for Senadis certification. The move supports more consistent disability assessments and official recognition processes.
Panama’s National Police say they have identified more than 120 gang groups operating in several provinces. The finding underscores the scale of organized street crime facing the country.
A former Sinaloa security chief has been arrested in the United States and transferred to New York over alleged cartel ties. The case highlights the cross-border reach of organized crime investigations.
Panamá Oeste has logged more than 200 dengue cases this year, with Puerto Caimito in La Chorrera reporting the highest number of infections. The increase underscores ongoing mosquito-borne disease risks in the province.
Panamanian authorities arrested a fugitive accused in the 1993 killing of punk singer Mia Zapata, ending a decades-long manhunt. The case remains one of the best-known crimes in American punk history.
Panama’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup is being marked with a commemorative ball unveiled by the FPF and Molten. The special edition is expected to reach stores in early June and may debut at Panama’s farewell match against the Dominican Republic.
The Panama Canal is responding to El Niño concerns as drier weather can affect freshwater supplies needed to operate the locks. The issue highlights how climate patterns can influence one of Panama’s most important economic assets.
MIDA held a Family Farming Fair in Changuinola, Bocas del Toro, giving local producers a chance to sell products grown on their own farms. The event highlighted the role of small-scale agriculture in Panama’s rural economy.
Panama City’s mini work crew has been sent to Colinas de Las Cumbres to help repair a 3-kilometer road section with numerous potholes. The move responds to driver complaints about the poor condition of the street.
Panama City has extended its temporary vehicle circulation permit for six more months, with drivers able to process it digitally or through a physical sticker. The move keeps the current municipal system in place for motorists in the capital.
Panama’s ties with China are facing fresh scrutiny after setbacks prompted a reaction from Beijing. The developments underscore Panama’s importance as a strategic trade and diplomatic crossroads.
Panama has approved a law requiring fast-food chains to offer bottled water instead of soda in combo meals at no extra cost. The measure takes effect in one year and places oversight with Acodeco and the Ministry of Health.
President José Raúl Mulino toured the Dr. Manuel Amador Guerrero Hospital in Colón one year after its inauguration. The visit drew attention to the role of public health infrastructure in the province.
Trump called a New York Times journalist’s Iran war coverage “treasonous” while claiming victory, intensifying his conflict with the press. The remarks come amid a highly sensitive war with global implications.
Luis Eduardo Camacho said he wants to preside over Panama’s National Assembly, putting him on the shortlist for one of the legislature’s top posts. His interest signals early movement in the race for Assembly leadership.
Panama’s private sector supports the Economic Substance bill and sees it as a step toward greater competitiveness. Business leaders, however, want changes before the proposal advances.